Real Estate Investing in Tidewater, Oregon (97390)

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Lincoln County • Population: 708 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 97390 (Tidewater, OR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 22.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 29.3 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $426,617
Avg Monthly Rent $1,215
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $67,599
% Renters 18.0%

Market Analysis: 97390 Tidewater

From an investor standpoint, ZIP 97390 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $427K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The 97390 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

In the broader OR picture, 97390 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Looking more closely, 708 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 97390 is an operator game, not a passive one. Turning to rents, entry prices of $427K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Tidewater:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 55/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,215/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Newport, OR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.0%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Newport, OR metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$448K$386K$324K$262K$200K$138KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 97390 Compare?

Metric 97390 Tidewater Newport, OR Oregon
Home Value $426,617 $426,617 N/A $493,884
5-Year CAGR 5.4% 5.4% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,215 $1,215 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.2% 2.2% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.4%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Newport, OR metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
68%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $426,617
Monthly Rent $1,215
Price-to-Rent 29.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.4%
Cap Rate 2.2%
5-Year IRR 7.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
22.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 97390

Population: 708

💰 Median Household Income
$67,599
This area
$67,599
State
$71,325
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.0%
This area
18.0%
State
28.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.7%
This area
4.7%
State
-6.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
52.3%
This area
52.3%
State
13.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
68.5 years
This area
68.5 years
State
31.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.4%
This area
22.4%
State
17.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 75.0%
Other/Mixed 25.0%
Hispanic/Latino 22.3%
👶 Under 18
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
72.6%
This area
72.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
11.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are homes affordable in Tidewater, OR?

Typical homes in Tidewater, OR go for around $427K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% predictable price movement.

How deep is the rental pool in Tidewater, OR?

Working renters make up the core of the Tidewater, OR tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Does Tidewater, OR favor landlords or tenants?

Tidewater, OR falls under OR landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Is vacancy a concern in Tidewater, OR?

Occupancy in Tidewater, OR runs consistent with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,215/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

What type of investing works in Tidewater, OR?

Most investors in Tidewater, OR run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

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